2007 Acura TL vs. 2008 Buick Enclave
To start off, 2008 Buick Enclave is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura TL (286 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Buick Enclave. (275 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Buick Enclave. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Enclave weights approximately 460 kg more than 2007 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Acura TL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Buick Enclave. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Buick Enclave.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Acura TL | 2008 Buick Enclave | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | Enclave |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 275 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 347 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |